15 photos of a young Prince William that will make you swoon

Erin McDowellJun 16, 2020, 21:44 IST

Prince William takes part in the Army's Regular Commissions Board selection process in 2005 in Wiltshire, England.POOL/Tim Graham Picture Library/Getty Images

In honor of Prince William turning 38 on June 21, Insider looked back at some of the royal's best photo moments through the years.
From his time serving in the Royal Air Force to playing in royal polo matches, these photos of a young Prince William are sure to make you swoon.

Prince William is largely known for his illustrious military career, his marriage to Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, and for being second-in-line to the throne of England.

However, before he became the charitable royal we all know and love, he was also a veritable heartthrob in the early 2000s.

Here are 15 photos of a young Prince William that will make you swoon.

At a Red Cross drive for tsunami victims in 2005, Prince William helped pack up supplies.

Prince William helping to pack supplies at a Red Cross depot in Bristol, England, in 2005. Tim Graham Picture Library/Getty Images

Prince William rocked a casual look to an IRB Rugby Aid Match at Twickenham Stadium in March 2005.

Prince William watches on during the IRB Rugby Aid Match at Twickenham Stadium on March 5, 2005, in Twickenham, England. David Rogers/Getty Images

That same month, while playing in a charity polo match, Prince William looked dapper in a blue striped rugby shirt and a white turtleneck.

Prince William takes part in a polo match playing for the Hayley Charity Trophy in aid of victims of the Indian earthquake. Anwar Hussein Collection/ROTA/Getty Images

While on a family ski trip in Switzerland circa 2005, Prince William posed alongside his father, Prince Charles.

Prince William with his hand on Prince Charles's knee at a photo-call during the Royal Family's ski break in the region at Klosters on March 31, 2005, in Switzerland. Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images

Prince William looked especially dashing at his father's wedding ceremony to Camilla Parker Bowles on April 9, 2005.

Prince William arrives at the Guildhall in Windsor with Zara Phillips for his father's civil wedding ceremony. TIM OCKENDEN/AFP/Getty Images

Prince William was spotted looking sporty at Cirencester Park Polo Club on June 5, 2005.

Prince William smiles after playing for Highgrove in the Dorchester Polo Trophy at Cirencester Park Polo Club on June 5, 2005. Anwar Hussein/Getty Images

Prince William's 6-year-old son, Prince George, appears to be following in his father's polo-playing footsteps.

Prince William takes a breather at the Dorchester Trophy Polo Match at Cirencester Park Polo Club on June 5, 2005. Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images

The 23-year-old prince supported Team Thailand at the Chakravarty Cup Polo match between Team Thailand and Team Dubai on June 11, 2005.

Prince William at the Chakravarty Cup Polo match in 2005. Dave Benett/Getty Images

The young prince appeared to beam with pride after graduating from St. Andrews University in Scotland in June 2005.

Prince William departs St. Andrews police station after his graduation ceremony on June 23, 2005. David Cheskin/PA Images/Getty Images

Before officially beginning his military career in January 2006, Prince William attended a Christmas Day service in a smart navy sport coat and a blue tie.

Prince William attends the Christmas Day service at Sandringham Church on December 25, 2005, in King's Lynn, England. Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images

Prince William has had an illustrious military career.

Prince William in his role as Commodore-in-Chief, Scotland and Submarines, visits HM Naval Base Clyde on October 18, 2007, in Helensburgh, Scotland. Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images

Prince William also spent time training with the Royal Navy at Britannia Royal Naval College in June 2008.

Prince William trains with the Royal Navy at Britannia Royal Naval College on June 3, 2008, in Dartmouth, England. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Despite training with other sects of the British armed forces, Prince William spent the majority of his military career as a pilot with the Royal Air Force Search and Rescue Force.

Prince William walks to fly a Grob 115E light aircraft while training at airbase RAF Cranwell near Sleaford, Lincolnshire, on January 17, 2008. ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty Images

Despite training with other sects of the British armed forces, Prince William spent the majority of his military career as a pilot with the Royal Air Force Search and Rescue Force.

Prince William still took time, however, to attend charity events and give back to his community.

Prince William plays football with youngsters during the FA's Hat-Trick Project at Westgate Community College on October 18, 2007. Anwar Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images

In his younger days, the Prince of Wales would also take brief time off from his role in the military to spend the holidays with his family.

Prince William attends the Christmas Day service at St Mary Magdalene Church on December 25, 2008, in Sandringham, England. Anwar Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images

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15 photos of a young Prince William that will make you swoon

At a Red Cross drive for tsunami victims in 2005, Prince William helped pack up supplies.

Prince William rocked a casual look to an IRB Rugby Aid Match at Twickenham Stadium in March 2005.

That same month, while playing in a charity polo match, Prince William looked dapper in a blue striped rugby shirt and a white turtleneck.

While on a family ski trip in Switzerland circa 2005, Prince William posed alongside his father, Prince Charles.

Prince William looked especially dashing at his father's wedding ceremony to Camilla Parker Bowles on April 9, 2005.

Prince William was spotted looking sporty at Cirencester Park Polo Club on June 5, 2005.

Prince William's 6-year-old son, Prince George, appears to be following in his father's polo-playing footsteps.

The 23-year-old prince supported Team Thailand at the Chakravarty Cup Polo match between Team Thailand and Team Dubai on June 11, 2005.

The young prince appeared to beam with pride after graduating from St. Andrews University in Scotland in June 2005.

Before officially beginning his military career in January 2006, Prince William attended a Christmas Day service in a smart navy sport coat and a blue tie.

Prince William has had an illustrious military career.

Prince William also spent time training with the Royal Navy at Britannia Royal Naval College in June 2008.

Despite training with other sects of the British armed forces, Prince William spent the majority of his military career as a pilot with the Royal Air Force Search and Rescue Force.

Prince William still took time, however, to attend charity events and give back to his community.

In his younger days, the Prince of Wales would also take brief time off from his role in the military to spend the holidays with his family.